Step 1. Choose a cause

If you reach HelpAttack! from a link published by a cause or fellow supporter, you're all set. You can change causes anytime or make multiple pledges to different causes.

Step 2. Choose a pledge type

Should you give with Facebook updates? Tweets? Blog posts? We'll help you figure it out. If your cause has a suggestion, or one of your friends made a certain kind of pledge and you're here because of that, we'll direct you to give with that type of content. You can make new pledges anytime, and choose how to give.

Step 3. Make a pledge

A pledge is a commitment to give a little bit each Tweet, Facebook update, #hashtag, or blog post.

• You don't have to change how you Tweet, update Facebook, or do anything else.
• We will Tweet, or update Facebook for you only if the "spread the word" checkbox is checked on your pledge.
• You set a limit for your pledge. Just in case it's more active than you plan!
• We'll email you a couple times during your pledge to let you know how it's going.

Keep in mind:

• If you share your pledge, and people join you, you'll start getting credit for their donations! We call it your Network Effect
• As you make pledges on HelpAttack!, you might receive one of our Coins. Coins are rewards for certain kinds of giving, discovering new features, and getting others to join you.

Donations

• Your donations are processed securely by First Giving or other donation partners. We do not store your credit card information.
• For 501c3 causes, your donations are tax deductible. You will receive an email receipt from the transaction gateway, HelpAttack!, or your cause. You should always check with your accountant or tax professional just to be sure.
• 91.75% of your donation goes directly the nonprofit. The remaining 8.25% is used to cover credit card fees, and to keep HelpAttack! running.